Protect EMT Practice Test

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• Which color on a Hazmat diamond indicates health hazard?
• Which of the following is a sign or symptom of a head injury with suspected intracranial bleeding?
• Which signs are most characteristic of anaphylaxis compared with a localized allergic reaction?
• An acute GI bleed with rapid flow typically produces stools that are which color?
• Which color on a Hazmat diamond indicates a reactivity hazard?
• During the decompensation phase of shock, which vitals would you expect?
• If the patient’s breathing deteriorates during a secondary assessment, what should you do?
• What should you do after every call?
• After a fall with possible spinal injury, unconsciousness, neck and back pain, and weakness in arms and legs, what should you do first?
• Which scenario is a contraindication to giving oral glucose?
• Before every shift, what should you check on the AED?
• In the sequence 'Stop the bleed, then give O2, then blanket', which action comes second?
• Which clinical feature most strongly suggests an abdominal aortic aneurysm?
• What position is recommended for a late-term pregnant patient who feels dizzy?
• In a patient with anaphylaxis who is unconscious, what is the top priority?
• What is the first action to take when a patient has snoring respirations?
• A newborn is delivered with meconium-stained fluid. When should suction be performed?
• A patient rescued from a house fire is lethargic with stridor and minimal chest movement. What is the priority intervention?
• In a heat emergency, which skin sign indicates the need for rapid transport?
• An elderly patient with dementia is more confused than normal; which question is most important to ask to assess potential acute head injury?
• One year-old child with decreased level of consciousness and difficulty waking in the morning presents a concerning sign. Which finding is most worrisome?
• Which best describes epinephrine's mechanism of action?
• Which finding would most strongly indicate possible internal bleeding?
• Which statement correctly distinguishes myocardial infarction from angina?
• Which term describes hypertension, bradycardia, and irregular respiration?
• Which of the following is a classic example of referred pain?
• What does START stand for?
• A patient with respirations of 16 per minute described as shallow is experiencing what level of hypoxia?
• Which breathing rate range is normal for an adult at rest?
• On a triage tag, which color represents the lowest priority?
• How can you determine if a patient is breathing adequately?
• In the field, which action is an appropriate initial priority when internal bleeding is suspected?
• What does TIA stand for?
• A seven-year-old patient in cardiac arrest lacks pedal defibrillator pads; what should you do?
• A patient who was hit on the head with a pipe shows signs of labored breathing and incontinence. What should you do first?
• Which of the following is a mechanism the body uses to offload heat?
• What is the correct anatomic path for oxygen from intake to the bronchioles?
• Which term describes an increased breathing rate?
• What is the biggest risk area for ambulance collisions?
• Which is the most appropriate initial action for an unresponsive patient with suspected spinal injury?
• What is the minimum PPE for approaching a patient where infectious status is unknown?
• What is a common warning sign of stroke risk following a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
• A patient has sudden sharp pain on the right side of the abdomen. What might you suspect?
• What position do you transport a postictal patient?
• In a patient from a motor vehicle collision with shallow breathing at eight breaths per minute, irregular, SPO2 90%, and SMR in place, what is next?
• What is the primary mechanism of a tourniquet in hemorrhage control?
• How should you position a late-term pregnant patient who feels dizzy and faint?
• Which of the following lists the correct types of strokes?
• A patient with congestive heart failure and respiratory difficulties requires which therapy?
• Which statement best explains tachycardia in shock?
• In a 16-year-old pregnant patient with vaginal bleeding, what is the first aid action?
• What is the water to bleach mix ratio to disinfect gear?
• Why is Coumadin a concern for an elderly patient who falls and hits their head?
• Which of the following best describes the Cushing's triad?
• What does a rapid secondary assessment look for?
• What best describes a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
• If a patient has fluid in the lungs, what is the effect on gas exchange?
• If you suspect a patient has had a TIA, what is the recommended action regarding transport?
• Which of the following is part of SLUGEM?
• If a patient's blood pressure changes from 100/78 to 86/50, what is happening to the patient?
• In a patient with head trauma and blood, which finding is a sign you might observe?
• According to the material, which statement best describes suicide by gender?
• After a motor vehicle collision, extended evaluation may deem a patient a candidate for which transport option?
• A patient is breathing eight times per minute. What is the appropriate intervention?
• Which scenario most clearly requires immediate positive pressure ventilation?
• In the 53 BASH acronym used in some rapid response checklists, what does the letter H stand for?
• When assessing a patient with chest pain, vitals should be taken when?
• In a patient who is responsive to verbal stimuli but confused and not in life-threatening danger, what is the next step in assessment?
• In a pregnant patient in shock, which vital sign may not show a change due to increased blood volume?
• Which item is designed to increase visibility of responders at night or in low light conditions?
• A pregnant patient at eight months with no prenatal care is categorized as which risk level?
• In an elderly patient who is confused and combative, which vital sign could be a concern?
• A patient has SpO2 of 93% with cool, diaphoretic skin. Which oxygen therapy is indicated?
• What can shield alpha waves?
• PPV stands for which term?
• Shivering during cold exposure serves primarily to:
• In the 53 BASH mnemonic, what does the A represent?
• Which description best defines a mass casualty incident (MCI)?
• Which sign indicates a possible rib fracture?
• Which of the following is listed as a sign or symptom of head trauma with blood?
• An 81-year-old female experiences faint abdominal pain and vomiting during transport. What should you be prepared for?
• In a blast injury, which category describes environmental hazards such as chemicals or radiation?
• Rollover crashes most commonly result from which factor?
• Which color on a Hazmat diamond indicates flammability?
• In a patient with multisystem trauma, what is the best sequence of care during transport?
• In cardiac arrest, which intervention most improves survival?
• A slow GI bleed typically presents with stools that are which color?
• A patient presents with abdominal tenderness, back pain, a blood pressure of 103/88 and a heart rate of 132 with respirations 20. What is the most likely issue and the immediate care?
• Which option is not a component of SLUGEM?
• Which finding most specifically supports a diagnosis of cardiogenic shock?
• A gunshot wound to the abdomen with low vitals and SpO2 94%—what is the correct order of care?
• In triage, which action is used to classify quickly?
• A sexually active woman with sudden sharp pain on the left side of the abdomen and last period two months ago. What could you suspect?
• Which condition makes a partial thickness burn the most critical?
• Which term describes shortness of breath?
• Which statement best defines a transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
• For a patient with chest pain, how should you position for transport per the material?
• Which statement correctly describes the Hazmat diamond sections?
• The Rule of Nines is used to estimate what in burn patients?
• What is the purpose of performing CPR before delivering a defibrillating shock with an AED, as described in the material?
• What combination of measures is appropriate for a patient in shock?
• In a dirty bomb scenario, what is the primary hazard?
• A starburst pattern on a windshield in a motor vehicle crash indicates what type of injury?
• Which statement best describes the management for a patient showing signs of shock as described in the material?
• Which therapy is commonly used to treat ischemic stroke within the time window?
• Triage is the process of:
• In blast injuries, which effect is characterized by injuries from flying debris?
• A patient presents with swollen lips and hives. What treatment is indicated in the material?
• A 22-year-old female with vaginal bleeding but no pain is most consistent with which condition?
• A patient cannot speak more than a few words without needing to breathe and has labored breathing with SpO2 82%. What is your immediate action?
• Which skin sign most commonly indicates poor peripheral perfusion in shock?
• What is the purpose of the gallbladder according to the material?
• In epilepsy, what is an aura?
• Which intervention has the strongest impact on survival in cardiac arrest when available promptly?
• Which mechanism is listed as a heat loss mechanism during fever besides sweating?
• Which bodily change helps dissipate heat by increasing blood flow to the skin?
• Which finding is listed as a sign of pneumothorax?
• What does circumferential mean in the context of burns?
• Ischemic stroke is caused by a blood clot, while hemorrhagic stroke is caused by what?
• For suspected stroke, what is the recommended position for transport?
• In a trauma patient with a SPO2 of 90% despite oxygen, which action is indicated?
• Which statement BEST describes the purpose of SLUGEM as given in the material?
• Which factor increases bleeding risk in an elderly patient with a forehead laceration?
• In a patient with SpO2 of 94%, which statement reflects the oxygen therapy decision described?
• At a rate of 10 breaths per minute, how many seconds does each breath last?
• A patient has inadequate, irregular respirations. What is the recommended action?
• What describes a myocardial infarction?
• For a neonate with 38 respirations per minute, what ventilation action and rate should be used?
• In multisystem trauma, which step follows the primary survey and C-spine assessment during transport?
• In a crash with down powerlines, what is the safest action?
• Which condition results from swelling of the appendix?
• A patient with suspected cardiogenic shock and SpO2 of 88% should receive which oxygen therapy?
• Where should the newborn be positioned when cutting the umbilical cord?
• Which of the following is a sign of head trauma with blood?
• Which of the following is a primary blast effect?
• Pedal edema and jugular venous distention are signs of which type of shock?
• Which mechanism primarily helps the body offload heat during a fever?
• Which statement best differentiates anaphylaxis from a simple allergic reaction?
• An 85-year-old patient presents with a forehead cut. Which question is important to ask during assessment?
• Which symptom might you observe in a patient with head trauma that shows brain involvement?
• Which statement about aspirin and suspected internal bleeding is correct?
• In a cardiac patient with a history of heart attacks, if SpO2 is 94%, what level of oxygen should be given?
• In trauma with potential life threats, what is the immediate management priority?
• Which statement best defines angina?
• Which item is part of Cushing's triad, a sign of potential brain herniation?
• What is the correct adult aspirin dose for a suspected cardiac event and how should it be administered?
• Which pupil finding is a sign of head trauma?
• How should responders determine the presence of hazardous materials in the field?
• A patient is breathing shallowly at eight breaths per minute. What is the most appropriate intervention?
• If a patient is suspected of internal bleeding and asks to take aspirin, what should you tell them?
• How does a laceration stop bleeding?
• Which symptom indicates altered mental status after head trauma?
• What is SLUGEM used for?
• What systolic blood pressure value below which hypotension is listed as a contraindication for CPAP?
• Which of the following is a sign of head trauma with blood?
• What are common side effects of nitroglycerin?
• What is the approximate time window for administering clot-busting drugs in ischemic stroke?
• Fluid in the lungs is medically referred to as?
• Hypovolemic shock is most commonly caused by which?
• If pediatric AED pads are not suitable for a child, what should you do?
• Why might a patient with a full-thickness burn report little or no pain?
• What is the body doing when it shivers?
• Why is positive-pressure ventilation difficult with a patient who has anaphylaxis?
• Placenta previa presents with which symptom?
• A patient with substantial bleeding requires what at the hospital?
• In a trauma patient in shock with adequate breathing, what is the first action?
• According to the material, what is the purpose of the gallbladder?
• Among the listed signs of head trauma with blood, which is a sign?
• Are all stroke patients paralyzed on one side?
• Which Hazmat diamond section indicates special hazard?
• A patient is responsive to verbal prompts but is confused and there are no life threats; what is the next step in assessment?
• What is the correct management for suspected internal bleeding in terms of oxygen and warmth?
• A pregnant patient at eight months gestation who has not attended prenatal visits; what is the EMT's primary concern?
• In START triage, what does the RPM acronym stand for?
• Which statement best describes the early vital sign change in internal bleeding?
• What is referred pain?
• In suspected stroke, which information is crucial to determine eligibility for rapid evaluation?
• Which of the following is an indication for oral glucose in an emergency patient?
• What does SLUGEM stand for?
• Which of the following is a sign you might see with head trauma and altered mental status?
• Abdominal pain with tearing back pain suggests what condition?
• What is the primary purpose of triage?
• If you are in a situation where you would normally act beyond local protocol, what should you do?
• Which clinical feature is most consistent with an abdominal aortic aneurysm?
• CHF stands for which condition?
• What is the goal of a dirty bomb?
• If a patient experiences a TIA and feels better but refuses care, what should you tell them?
• Which statement best defines shock?
• A patient sustains blunt chest trauma from a baseball bat. What type of injury is most likely?
• In the decompensation stage of shock, which description best matches pulse pressure?
• What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?